# Pipistrel VIRUS 912

- Type: Aircraft model (FAA registry)
- Registry code: 05617ML
- Manufacturer (registry): PIPISTREL
- Model: VIRUS 912
- Aircraft type: Fixed wing single engine
- Category: Airplane
- Engines: 1 · 4 cycle
- Seats: 2
- Weight class: Up to 12,499 lb
- Certification: Not type certificated
- Registered aircraft: 5
- Page: https://openairdocs.org/model/pipistrel-virus-912

Model codes come from the FAA registry's reference file. ADs are matched to them by model name and maker.

## ADs that may apply (OpenAirDocs)

Matched to this model by model name and maker. Each AD's applicability may narrow it by serial number, part number or equipment.

None matched.

## Registered aircraft (5)

- [N10ZG](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N10ZG): [Reeves Air Glide LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/REEVES%20AIR%20GLIDE%20LLC), [Moriarty, NM](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NM/Moriarty), built 2009, S/N 300 V 912
- [N126BF](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N126BF): [Mcelrath Hugh D](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/MCELRATH%20HUGH%20D), [Hyattsville, MD](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MD/Hyattsville), built 2005, S/N 180VTL9120905KIT49
- [N282TT](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N282TT): [High-Country Aviation Workshop For Kids](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/HIGH-COUNTRY%20AVIATION%20WORKSHOP%20FOR%20KIDS), [Loma, CO](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CO/Loma), built 2005, S/N 172V9120505
- [N4610](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N4610): [Pfisters Helicopters Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/PFISTERS%20HELICOPTERS%20INC), [Pasco, WA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/WA/Pasco), built 2007, S/N 235 V 9120607 KIT 49
- [N8103D](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N8103D): [Techaero LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/TECHAERO%20LLC), [Healdsburg, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/Healdsburg), built 2004, S/N 141V9120604KIT49

## NTSB investigations (2)

From the NTSB's public API. Aircraft are matched to registry aircraft by N-number and event date, checked against the reported serial number, make and model; the registry's history has gaps, so older matches can be wrong. Compare the reported make and model.

- [NTSB CEN12LA149](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN12LA149), Feb 4, 2012: Pipistrel Virus 912 (N325MZ), Ray, MI, substantial damage, 1 fatal. Probable cause: A loss of engine power due to fuel starvation for reasons that could not be determined because the postaccident examination of the airframe and engine did not reveal any anomalies that would have…
- [NTSB LAX08CA208](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX08CA208), Jul 1, 2008: Pipistrel Virus 912 (N126BF), Bend, OR, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's improper flare, inadequate bounced landing recovery, and his failure to maintain directional control.

## FAA accident and incident reports (4)

From the FAA Accident/Incident Data System. Reports are matched to registry aircraft by N-number and event date, checked against the reported make and model; the registry's history has gaps, so older matches can be wrong. Compare the reported make and model.

- [Incident 20190418003019I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20190418003019I), Apr 18, 2019: Pipistrel VIRUS 912 (N9HN), Santa Fe, NM, Minor damage. On April 18, 2019, a Pipistrel virus 912 motor-glider, registered to [privacy data omitted], crashed on departure roll, while attempting a takeoff at the Santa…
- [Incident 20160520004749I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20160520004749I), May 20, 2016: Pipistrel VIRUS 912 (N937R), Bells Beach, WA, Minor damage. Pilot performed aircraft preflight inspection, verifying sufficient fuel on board aircraft for short 20 minute local flight. Aircraft departed from kokh,…
- [Accident 20120204003639A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20120204003639A), Feb 4, 2012: Pipistrel VIRUS 912 (N325MZ), Ray, MI, Destroyed, 1 fatal. Witness' stated that aircraft was running rough during engine run-up and take-off. The engine failed at approximately 200 feet AGL. The PIC tried to make an…
- [Accident 20080701840409A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20080701840409A), Jul 1, 2008: Pipis VIRUS912 (N126BF), Bend, OR, Substantial damage. (-23) Self launching motor glider depart sunriver airport (S21) Oregon with [privacy data omitted]/pilot [privacy data omitted] left seat and flight…

## Service difficulty reports (1)

As reported by operators and repair stations, by the model named in the report.

- [SDR 2023FA0000121](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2023FA0000121), Mar 9, 2023: EXHAUST PIPE. NONE. CRACKED MUFFLER WHERE EXHAUST ENTERS FROM CYLINDERS. DISCOVERED DURING OIL CHANGE. HAVE ORDERED AND WILL INSTALL PIPISTREL REPLACEMENT EXHAUST SYSTEM MADE BY AK

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